Peanut butter cake

Peanut butter cake is a delectable treat that combines the rich, nutty flavor of peanut butter with moist, tender cake.

This indulgent dessert features layers of soft peanut butter cake filled and frosted with creamy peanut butter frosting.

The cake is often adorned with chopped peanuts or a drizzle of melted chocolate for added texture and visual appeal.

Each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness, making it a delightful choice for peanut butter enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike.

​Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with a glass of cold milk, peanut butter cake is sure to satisfy cravings and bring joy to any occasion.

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RECIPE​

Ingredients
Cake:

• 1/4 CUP SHORTENING
  
• 1/2 CUP SALTED BUTTER (ROOM TEMP.)
  
• 1 1/2 CUPS SUGAR
  
• 3 LARGE EGGS (ROOM TEMP.)
  
• 1 CUP PEANUT BUTTER (I USE 1/2 CRUNCHY AND 1/2 CREAMY)
  
• 2 CUPS SELF-RISING FLOUR
  
• 1 1/2 CUPS WHOLE BUTTERMILK
  
• 1/2 CUP WATER
  

Peanut butter buttercream:

• 1/2 CUP BUTTER (ROOM TEMP)
  
• 1/2 CUP SHORTENING (OR BUTTER)
  
• 1/4 CUP CREAMY PEANUT BUTTER
  
• 1 TSP. VANILLA EXTRACT
  
• 5 CUPS POWDERED SUGAR
  
• 6-8 TBSP. EVAPORATED MILK OR HEAVY CREAM

Cake:

1. With an electric mixer blend together butter and shortening, then add sugar and beat until fluffy. Scrape sides of bowl. Add eggs one at a time while mixing until blended well. Add peanut butter.
   
2. Add 1 cup of flour then add buttermilk and water.  Now add remaining flour and mix for 2 minutes. Spray a 13”x9”x2” sheet pan with baking spray or grease and flour the pan. Pour mix into pan and bake at 350 degrees until done. Take out when toothpick comes out clean in center of cake. Should take about 35-40 minutes. 

Frosting:

1. ​​With an electric mixer blend butter and shortening until smooth. Add peanut butter, vanilla, and 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar. Mix until creamy. Add milk then remaining powder sugar.  Add more milk if needed. It should be light, fluffy, and spreadable. 

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